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FEATURES
Your Hurricane H3 NANO Plasma Table base model comes with:
TABLE & FRAME
- This Wet/Dry Plasma Cutting Plasma Table has a Cutting Envelope of 48″ (W) x 35″ (D). The Hurricane H3 NANO is a welded tube frame that holds up to a 1″inch steel plate and takes up a perimeter area of about 61″ (W) x 85″ (H) x 51″ (D). The welded tube frame & legs include Water pan support beams and leg supports for rigidity. Unit comes with adjustable, leveling feet, Inward-facing Control Box w/ Bracket and the Zipline Cable Management.
TORCH HEIGHT CONTROL & SENSORS
- THC (Torch Height Control) is a feature that will assist with torch height by monitoring the plasma arc voltage. The voltage of the arc depends on a few variables, the variable that is most important for THC is the distance from the electrode to the work piece. As the torch moves further from the work-piece, the voltage of the arc increases. As the torch moves closer to the work-piece, the voltage decreases. This is where THC begins to work by monitoring this voltage and adjusting the Z-axis height to maintain an optimal cut height.
- For sensors, the unit offers 3 Homing proximity sensors (HX, HY, HZ), collision switch (CS) with Ohmic Sensing, Digital Ohmic Sensitivity Adjustment via Optimum CNC, an HY Reference Bracket, (2) Junction Boxes, material detection limit switch (L-Cable), floating head switch (FHS) and its own Slim Z-Axis Shroud.
GANTRY ASSEMBLY & MOTORS
- The H3 NANO’s Gantry is assembled from extruded aluminum with 6.5″ inch Clearance and a Z-Axis travel of 4.5″ inches. The Gantry & Table are equipped with a Linear Guide Assembly with Standard Rack & Pinion and include 2 of 3 Homing Switches for X and Y. The Linear Guide Assembly includes the HY Reference Bracket. We recommend using WD-40, scouring pads, microfiber towels & shop air to keep your linear guide assembly free from any debris. Use a Lithium Grease Blend (EP00 or EP000) & a Grease Gun Kit to maintain your Ball-bearing Carriages.
- The Water Table is a removable, single Water pan, a set of Interchangeable Slats and Adjustable Slat Holders. The Water pans hold about 28 Gallons in volume. We recommend filling your water pans with 2 Gallons of STVCNC® Plasma Guard, Anti-Rust Solution (sold separately) and fill the rest of the water pans with Reverse Osmosis Water up to the top of the slats. (Read more about STVCNC® Plasma Guard)
- The H3 NANO Stepper Motor System consists of four (4) Stepper Motors at a 1:1 Ratio Direct Drive. The Gantry ends have new tucked motor housings and a Z-axis Linear Stepper Motor Positioner. The Motors are backed by Durable Automation Wiring, Handcrafted & Labeled in-house at STV®CNC. As for Motor Specifications, Motor’s Motion Accuracy is about 0.005” per 12″ inches, the Step Resolution is about (+) or (-) 0.0005” inches and the Precision Margin of Error is calculated at about for every (10ft Travelled): 10 ft. = Off by 0.05″- 0.08″
- The Hurricane’s Z-Axis Machined Head with its slim, branded head cover includes a precision, ground billet ball lead screw, ohmic sensor (white cable) for dry cutting operation, torch holster, tucked Z-motor & HZ homing sensor, magnetic breakaway & safety catch for your torch.
CABLE MGMT & CONTROL BOX
- The Zipline Cable Management System is the base for table mobility; minimal and easy to clean. The chainless system redirects ziptied cables and your plasma torch direct from the control box out through an overhead cable carrier swivel arm attached to the back corner of the plasma table (removable). Enclosed Y-Motor, S-Motor & Homing automation cabling is sent to your control box via placeholder brackets.
- Control Box ( VOLTS: 110VAC; AMPS: 15A ) comes equipped with removable lid and Emergency Stop. The control box also includes quick access QR codes to tech support, videos and owners documents as needed. The Control box also provides correct port labeling, secured socket connectors for ports and a magnetic dust cover for the front. Ethernet jack and Ethernet Cable included.
- *CPC Cable: If you purchased a Hypertherm® Plasma cutting unit with us, this Optimum CNC Control box will arrive with a Optimum CNC CPC Interface Cable, free of charge. ($200 Value). (Please read: If you have chosen to purchase a plasma cutter else where, please ask your sales agent to add a “Optimum CNC CPC Interface Cable” to your purchase. Please note to mention your choice of plasma cutting unit as we manufacture Hypertherm® CPC Interface Cables and we also manufacture “open-ended” CPC interface cables that allow you to wire to other Non-Hypertherm plasma cutting units.) In purchasing a CPC Interface Cable with us, you also have the option of various cable lengths at your disposal.
SOFTWARE
- Includes MiniPC: The palm-sized, Mini PC for Optimum CNC is the All-New CNC Control System uniting industrialists worldwide and backed by our highly recognized Tech Support and private Optimum CNC community. The Linux Os, palm-sized Mini PC with Optimum CNC pre-installed is dedicated solely to table operation. Software, Profile and Firmware Updates are FREE and updated via software. No subscription or fees. Change log available on optimumcnc.com. Includes Ethernet Cable & Power Cable.
OptimumCNC Change log: https://optimumcnc.com/changelog
OptimumCNC Articles: https://optimumcnc.com/category/all-articles
OptimumCNC FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions: https://optimumcnc.com/faq - IMPORTANT: If you use CAD/Design Programs & require larger file storage, you will be required to source a separate gaming laptop or computer.
- OPTIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
SEPARATE LAPTOP OR DESKTOP COMPUTER to run heavy processing. Design/CAD programs, design cut files, organize and store files.
USB THUMB DRIVE to transfer your files from the Design computer to the Optimum,Linux-based Mini PC
HDMI-READY TV MONITOR DISPLAY to use a viewport for the Mini PC. (Min: Full HD 1366×768; Recommended 16:9 at 1920×1080)
WIRELESS KEYBOARD for on-site mobility and function. (Wireless Keyboards prevent interference signals.)
WIRELESS MOUSE for on-site mobility and function. (Wireless Mice prevent interference signals.)
Wi-Fi CONNECTION to be established for Software, Firmware & Profile Updates.
(Optional) HDMI CABLE for on-site extension of your shops’ display monitor setup and arrangement.
(Optional) SURGE PROTECTED POWER STRIP for multiple connections.
- For more information about Optimum CNC in general visit: www.optimumcnc.com or watch Optimum CNC Tutorial videos in the videos section
WARRANTY
- STVCNC® Manufacturer’s One Year Warranty. In Fabrication, issues happen & we’re here for you. Within your warranty, we can quickly ship out replacement parts that are damaged or defective. Ground shipping for replacement parts is covered in your warranty, any additional faster expedited services will need to be covered by the table owner. Moreover, our table components are always in-stock and affordable even after your warranty has expired.
VIP ACCESS
- With your purchase you’ll gain Access to the Optimum CNC Private Plasma Table Owner’s Facebook Community, where we share files, skills and settings Worldwide Network as we make new friends in similar trades. With STVCNC® you’ll gain access to purchasing Hypertherm® Consumables/Cartridges and STVCNC® Plasma Guard and obtain in-house STVCNC® dedicated tech support for software, product & table operation.
What else do I need?
We recommend the following aside from your table purchase. Questions? Speak with our support staff at 1-888-701-7101
Equipment & Material Recommendations:
- STVCNC® Plasma Guard: Anti-rust solution for your table that protects your water pans, slats and cutting pieces from rust. FOR BEST RESULTS, we recommend following the dilution ratio and using REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO) WATER. It is also important that the water continues to be “agitated” and the “pH Balance” maintained at 9.0 constantly for best results. Tap link for dilution rate and instructions. Read more
- Hypertherm® Consumables: These Consumables are for your Mechanized Torch in the cutting process VIEW.
- Plasma Cutter Power Setup: VOLTS: 200-600VAC, AMPS: 50 (Contact Plasma Manufacturer for Electrical Setup.)
- Computer/Control Box Power Setup: VOLTS: 110 VAC, AMPS: 15A (Contact a Professional & Certified Electrician for Electrical Setup.)
- Plasma Cutting System & Torch: Hypertherm® Powermax45®XP or a Hypertherm® Powermax45 SYNC® Plasma Cutting Unit with a Mechanized Torch.
- Air Compressor: Plasma Cutting Units require an air compressor to provide quality cuts with minimal dross. Source an Air Compressor with a Minimum of: Capable of 6 SCFM at 90 PSI. You are more than welcome to check with other owners in the Private Community to help your choice.
- Air Dryer: Plasma Cutting Units require dry air to provide cleaner cuts with minimal dross. Source a Refrigerated Air Dryer or dessicant filter system that will match your compressor specs. You are more than welcome to check with other owners in the Private Community to help your choice.
- Computer: If you plan on designing your own cut files, you may want to source a design computer or laptop with higher processing power for File Designing & File Storage. Minimum of 3 GHz Desktop Computer or Laptop, WindowsXP or newer with 16 GB RAM, 250 MB storage, 2 USB ports.
- Metal Supply: Source your nearest Metal Sheet Supplier in your area.
- Water Agitation: We recommend if one cuts a wide variety of materials on their plasma table, to install a water filtration system that agitates the water. Install an Aerator, Bubble Muffler or Water Filtration System for Surface Agitation, Oxygenation & Water bed Gas Dissipation. Clean any submerged, cumulative surface areas or Hydrogen gas trapped pockets of Aluminum particles in your water bed. (Especially prevention against the mixing of aluminum particles with mild steel particles in your water bed.)
- Safety & Prevention: Dust Removal system, PPE: Eye & Ear Protection, PPE: Respirator, On-site Ventilation
Tools for Table & Assembly Recommendations:
- Exposure: This is an INDOOR Plasma Table. Not recommended for outdoors or exposure to an outdoor environment. Maintain table & wipe linear guides down with WD-40 and scouring pads regularly.
- Interference: The crossing of cables may cause interference. Make sure that your TORCH CABLE does not touch the Z-Motor at the top of your Z-Axis Head.
- Grounding Rod: Install an 8′ foot Earth Grounding Rod to prevent interference. We recommend installing the earth grounding rod to avoid material waste & any possible mechanical ghost movements that interference may cause.
- Hypertherm Recommendation: To make sure of personal safety and correct operation, and to decrease electromagnetic interference (EMI), the plasma power supply must be correctly grounded. Refer to the Safety and Compliance Manual (80669C) for more information on grounding. For mechanized cutting systems, refer to EMI grounding and shielding best practices in the Powermax45/65/85/105 SYNC Mechanized Cutting Guide (810480).
The plasma power supply must be grounded through the power cord according to national and local electrical codes.
1-phase service must be of the 3-wire type with a green or green/yellow wire for the protective earth ground. 1-phase service must comply with national and local requirements. Do not use a 2-wire service.
3-phase service must be of the 4-wire type with a green or green/yellow wire for protective earth ground. 3-phase service must comply with national and local requirements
- Digital Caliper: Helps measure cut outs & metal sheets.
- Magnet Stick: Helps remove cut pieces/debris/tip-ups off of the table and/or water pans.
- PPE Gloves/Eye Protection: Work Gloves to help handle any cut parts that may still be hot and transfer of metal sheets in production. Consider Eye protection from any debris or Plasma Cutting glare or sparks. Follow Safety Precautions in your Hypertherm® Safety Guide.
- Zip ties: help keep cables organized & prevent interference as you strap cables & torch to your Cable Swing arm. Important: Make sure you UNCOIL your cables. This includes the excess of your Torch cable, the PC cable and Grounding Work Lead Clamp.
- Other tools for Assembly: Standard & Millimeter Allen hex key and wrench set, Hex Socket/Wrench Set, Hex Socket Drill, Level, Large Pliers, Rubber Mallet for slat installation, Tape Measure, Utility Safety Gloves/Latex Gloves and Two short wooden blocks of the same length to assist in gantry alignment.
Clean Time / Maintenance Recommendations:
Cleaning time is usually between 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on what water pan coating you have chosen to apply. It may take longer if water pans are raw steel.
- How do Table Owners prep their water pans for easy cleaning? Many of our Table Owners have chosen to coat their water pans in different ways with: POR 15, & high temp (high aluminum) silver paint, Marine Grade Epoxy, Duralux Marine Primer & Paint, Powder Coating, Powder Coating with Anode rods, Ospho & copper-infused boat bottom paint, Water District 3M Powder Coat product, 1/8″ thick layer of Flex Seal.
- WD-40 & Scouring pads & Microfiber Towels: Assists in table maintenance and cleaning.
- Lithium Grease Blend (EP00 or EP000) & a Grease Gun Kit: Assists in table maintenance for Carriage bearings.
- Water Pump: Assists in table maintenance and water removal.
- Green Light Checklist: We have prepared 8 key points to check at your site of production to ensure a successful cut. Visit the Green Light Checklist at www.stvcnc.com/greenlightchecklist
- Other tools for Cleaning: Tools many Table Owners have used: Needle Scaler, Scraper, Wire Wheel, Weed burner, Wet Sand Blasting, Shop Vacuum, evaporative cooler pump, Red Tip Pressure Washer.
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➤ For International Orders or locations out of the Continental United States, you will need to cover U.S. Ground Shipping from Las Vegas to the Port or Terminal of your choice. After that, you will need to organize your choice of Ground, Shipping Carrier or Sea Freight to pick up at that port and have it shipped to your location. If you have a moment, search for freight carriers to your location and inform us with the Port location we will be shipping to within the U.S. and we can go from there. You will be required to delegate the international brokerage and fees. Call 1-855-968-0270 for more info.
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SOFTWARE
Optimum CNC is the All-New CNC Control System uniting industrialists worldwide and comes in a palm-sized Mini PC. Tap on the images below to enlarge.
OPTIMUM FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions – Tap on topics below for answers.
SUPPORT
Golden Prestige℠ Technical Support offers support on Software & Table Operation Troubleshooting, Live Support via remote assistance to help prevent any extended amounts of down-time.
Table & Software Dedicated Live Support
Our STV Team Members are knowledgeable in troubleshooting topics on Table Operation, maintenance & software during business hours. We love to dedicate our full attention to troubleshooting. You can fill out the Support Ticket at www.stvcnc.com/support and we’ll contact you directly with the solutions to meet your needs. We’re available via phone with Tech Agents on queue, feel free to call 1-855-974-4413. Time is essential in getting you up and running on the basics for table operation, software and daily tasks. After watching our tutorial videos, we are here for any one-on-one phone calls or remote assistance where all support ends with solutions. You also will have additional support via our Private Nationwide Facebook Community.
After Hours Active Community
We currently have over 2,000+ savy and successful Plasma Table Owners who spread across various industries. The Facebook Private Community is healthy, positive and always forward moving for improvement & growth.
Connect with a Neighboring STVCNC® Table Owner
We have thousands of STVCNC® Plasma Table Owners spread out across the nation. Reach out to us 1-855-974-4413 on having you connect with others near your location. Click here to find an Optimum CNC Table Owner near you.
Step-by-step Instructional Videos
We want to make sure we speed up you and your team’s learning curve. We’ve made sure to produce helpful step-by-step tutorial video sessions to make that happen. More than happy to continue troubleshooting after.
Replacement Parts & Product Support
STVCNC® is a proud OEM Distributor for all Hypertherm® products, including Plasma Cutting Units, consumables, cartridges & accessories. Issues happen & we’re here for you. Within your warranty, we can quickly ship out components that may have failed over extensive wear & tear. Our table components are always in-stock and affordable even after your warranty has expired. We also provide tech support for Hypertherm® products before escalation.
Troubleshooting Topic? Please contact Tech Support at www.stvcnc.com/support
ADD-ONS
Customize your table with Premium Add-ons
Add a set of Locking Casters
These four locking swivel casters offer full 360° rotation and lock both the wheel and swivel, giving the H3NANO pocket plasma table stable, fixed support once positioned. By replacing the leveling feet with these orange locking casters, you get mobility when you need it, making set-up, clean-up, and repositioning way easier. Add to purchase & will arrive installed.
Add a Optimum CNC Pendant
Increase Mobility & Efficiency at your shop with the Optimum CNC Pendant. Use your Wireless Pendant conveniently to stop your Mechanized Torch in an emergency if something should arise or have it help you cut up the metal scraps and skeleton after cutting a full sheet of parts. With a Magnetic Feature and Power Saving Mode you’ll own one of the coolest toys in the CNC fabrication industry and trade. Tap on “Product Details” for more info.
Add a STVCNC® Laser Guide
The NEW single dot Laser Guide is the ideal visual tool upgrade where it assists visualize Optimum CNC’s Trace job, Simulation Mode features; great for positioning & alignment purposes. With Less Wiring, the Torch Holster is machined in-house and the removable, battery-operated red dot sight nestles safely into the mount itself with an accessible ON/OFF button.
Add STVCNC® Plasma Guard (Anti-Rust Solution)
Recommended if you would like to decrease production dust/debris, preserve your water pans & avoid any oxidation. The Blue Anti-Rust Solution will be sent to you in a 5 Gallon Bucket with an Instruction Label to follow upon use. Think you may need a second bucket? Tap on “Product Details” for Dilution Rates and more info for this item:
Shop Hypertherm® Cartridges
STVCNC® is a Proud, Leading Hypertherm® OEM Distributor offering the best pricing in Plasma Cutting Consumables and Cartridges. As a dependable source for Hypertherm® accessories, replacement parts & consumables, we’ve built a quick and easy Consumable Hub to facilitate. Tap on the button below to send extra Consumables/Cartridges to your Shopping Cart.
Add a PowerStation Cart
42″ inch Mobile Workstation Cart. Maximize your workspace with this Double Shelf PC standing desk as its adjustable height improves production house mobility. Includes 15′ ft. Triple Outlet Power Strip, Cabinet w/ Lock, Gliding Tray & Locking Caster Wheels. Recommended Indoor Use Only. Assembly required. ( 19.5″L x 24.875″W x 42″H )
PLASMA CUTTERS
Customize your table with Plasma Cutting Units
If you are sourcing your own Plasma cutter elsewhere, you will be required to add a Non-Hypertherm open-ended CPC Interface cable to your order. (See Adapters on this page). Selecting a Plasma Cutter will include a 25ft Machine Torch, Optimum CPC Interface Cable, Work Lead & Set of Cartridges.
Hypertherm® Powermax45 SYNC® $3300
For metal workers who want the most versatile system available to gouge, cut, and mark, Powermax45 SYNC delivers the best return on investment with a patented single-piece cartridge, up to 5x longer consumable life, and greater cutting power than higher-amperage competitors.
Includes Cutting System, 25ft Mechanized Torch, Work Lead, Set of Cartridges and our Optimum CPC Interface Cable ($200 value)
Hypertherm® Powermax65 SYNC® $4375
The Powermax65 SYNC® is a next-generation professional grade air plasma cutter that dramatically simplifies system operation for gouging and recommended cutting up to 20 mm (3/4″). Featuring automated system process set-up via advanced RFID-enabled SmartSYNC® torches and a revolutionary single-piece cartridge consumable that provides trackable utilization data.
Includes Cutting System, 25ft Mechanized Torch, Work Lead, Set of Cartridges and our Optimum CPC Interface Cable ($200 value)
Hypertherm® Powermax85 SYNC® $5650
3/4″ INCH PIERCE. The Hypertherm® Powermax85 SYNC™ is a next-generation professional grade air plasma cutter that dramatically simplifies system operation for gouging and recommended cutting up to 25 mm (1″). The Powermax85 SYNC™ maximizes productivity through reductions in downtime, optimized cut quality performance and streamlined consumable inventory management.
Includes Cutting System, 25ft Mechanized Torch, Work Lead, Set of Cartridges and our Optimum CPC Interface Cable ($200 value)
ADAPTERS
Customize your cutter with additional adapters
STV®CNC CPC Interface Cable
Select this item “ONLY” if you are an existing Hypertherm® Plasma System Owner & require a CPC cable. If you purchase a Plasma Table with us & decide to use your personal plasma system or decide to purchase one elsewhere, you will need to purchase this item to connect your plasma system to the Control Box. We’ve provided 8ft, 15ft & 25ft cable length options in the Adapter Add-on list at the top of the page. Selecting a “Non-Hypertherm” will offer an open-ended cable.
(*FREE 8ft length when you purchase a Hypertherm® Cutting System)
Hypertherm® Mechanized Torch (25ft.)
Select this item “ONLY” if you are an existing Hypertherm® Plasma System Owner & require a Mechanized Torch. This Hypertherm Item is 25 feet in length. Duramax full-length machine torches work with a wide variety of CNC cutting tables, track cutters, and pipe-cutters.
Hypertherm® Hand Torch (25ft.)
Select this item “ONLY” if you are an existing Hypertherm® Plasma System Owner & require a Hand Torch. The 25 foot Duramax® 75° hand torch is well suited for a variety of applications such as gouging, fine feature cutting, extended reach cutting, and flush cutting. The ergonomic design of the 75° torch is perfect for normal cutting.
FINANCING
Financial Assistance for your Hurricane by STVCNC® Order is available through First Citizens Bank or through an assorted list of top financing lenders. Quicken Equipment Ownership with flexible terms that work best for your operation.
STV®CNC offers financial assisting options through First Citizens Bank or through an assorted list of available top lenders who offer different tiers of financing. Finance essential CNC equipment, Plasma Tables or Router Tables for your business. Expand your financing options. Get the resources you need to make your business flourish with an exceptional financial backing with options that work best for you. With experience working with small businesses we know what it takes to start, expand and have the correct measures that will support your daily operations along with any flexible small business loans and financing solutions to meet your needs.
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